A sweet and caring dog has made it his life’s mission to protect his human toddler sister by always jumping ahead of her when she climbs up or down stairs, or ventures outdoors. His owners say that the pup’s bond with their daughter is “so special.” Haley, 25, lives with her husband, 28-year-old pipe fitter…

For safety’s sake, we added a hand railing to a basement stairway and regretted not doing it sooner. Since stairs are the location for many home accidents, the addition of a handrail to steady yourself, especially when carrying something, means safe passage. A handrail is also needed on a wide-open or steep stairway. Whichever direction…

A golden retriever, not entirely convinced about his new puppy brother, finally softened when the young pup got stuck at the top of the stairs. The older, wiser dog ran to his aid, and the “firm buddies” have been inseparable since. Diane Newton of Toronto, Canada, decided her 4-year-old golden retriever, Sterling, needed a playmate…